August 01, 2006July 31 - Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pack the Bus eventParkdale Mall, inside the mall by JC PennyCost: Elementary school kits start at $5 and middle school kits start at $7.Look for the big yellow school bus in the mall.Help Pack the bus with donated school supplies. Annual.

August 01, 2006about 5 p.m.National Night Out Against CrimeIn neighborhoods across the U.S.By turning on their porch lights, locking their doors, and getting out to meet their neighbors, they are joining hearts and minds with others, to say “No way, NOT in my neighborhood.”Annual, 1st Tues. in Aug. Est. 1984.

August 03, 2006Aug. 3 - 5 at 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Summer String CampContact: Lamar University Music BuildingPhone: 409 892-2257Admission: The camp is free and open to students up to grade 12 who play violin, viola, cello or bass. Snacks and lunch are provided.All participants can take part in various ensembles, the orchestra and private instruction under with faculty instructors, including conductor.In addition to rehearsals, music readings, music theory and performance, other activities include miniature golf, bowling and more.The final concert will be at 4 p.m. 8/5 in Rothwell Recital Hall at Lamar University.Sponsored by the Southeast Texas Youth Symphony

August 03, 20068 to 10 p.m.Night Hike at the Big ThicketKirby Nature Trail, Big Thicket National Preserve, 6102 FM 420, Kountze TXPhone: 409 951-6725Web: www.nps.gov/bithDiscover the faces behind the moody voices and the staring eyes of Big Thicket's nocturnal animals on a leisurely walk with park rangers.Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Bring a flashlight and insect repellant. Wear shoes or boots, no sandals, long pants recommended.Meet at the Kirby Nature Trail, located eight miles north of Kountze, TX on Highway 69 and two miles east on FM 420.

A U.S. Coast Guard vessel escorts Texas Department of Transportation ferries across Galveston Bay on Monday, July 25, 2005. The escorts were part of stepped-up Homeland Security efforts to make a visible show of force at vulnerable targets.

August 05, 200610:30 a.m.Spindletop gusher re-enactmentContact: Christy Marino, curatorSpindletop-Gladys City Museum grounds, U.S. 69 at University Drive, BeaumontPhone: 409 835-0823E-mail: marinocc@hal.lamar.edu Web: www.spindletop.orgAdmission: Free but a $2 donation is suggested.Members of the Gulf Coast Living History Association reenact the discovery of the Lucas Gusher, the oil well that blew in on Jan. 1, 1901, marking the beginning of the Spindletop oil boom.The gusher blows to more than 160 feet to commemorate the discovery of the Lucas Gusher. The Lucas Gusher oil well blew on January 10, 1901 and marked the beginning of the Spindletop oil boom. The gusher re-enactment lasts about ten minutes. Wear a swimming suit and bring a towel.

August 05, 20061 to 5 p.m.Beaumont's Mardi Gras krewe rushParkdale Mall Main EntranceLearn to organize a krewe for Beaumont's inaugural Mardi Gras celebration. Be part of the 2007 Mardi Gras on the Neches in Downtown Beaumont.

August 05, 2006Aug. 5 - Sept. 1Celtic Tree Month of Hazel beginsLearn moreAnnual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.

August 05, 2006National Mustard DayMount Horeb Mustard Museum608 437-3986 or 888 765-5929Mount Horeb Mustard Museum, 109 E. Main St., Mount HorebThousands of visitors celebrate National Mustard Day at the home of the world's largest mustard collection.Annual. Understood to occur on the 1st Sat. of Aug.

August 08, 200610 to 11 a.m.Historytime: "Founding Fathers"Contact: Shannon Leigh HarrisMuseum of the Gulf Coast, 700 Procter St., Port ArthurPhone: 409 984-6453E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.eduWeb: www.museumofthegulfcoast.orgAdmission: Free. Advance registration required.This interactive program introduces children ages 3 to 9 to the early years of Southeast Texas cities, and features an old-fashioned tea party

August 10, 200610 a.m.BBQ plate sale benefits 14-year-old cancer victimEntergy Building, Orange TXPhone: 409 882-2054Cost: Call to place an order or make donation. Each plate meal is $6.Proceeds benefit 14 yr old cancer victim Victoria Enmon.Meals delivered beginning at 10 a.m. Those wishing to pick up their meals may do so beginning at 10:30 a.m.

August 10, 20068:30 p.m.Retroactive - Deck ShowLogon Café, 3805 Calder Avenue, Beaumont TXPhone: 409 832-1529Web: www.logoncafe.net/index.phpAdmission: $5 DoorRetroactive is a local Rockabilly band from mid-Jefferson County. With a repertoire of more than 40 songs by about 20 artists. The band performs both familiar classics and obscure gems by lesser-known artists.

August 10, 20069 p.m.Breanna Fye concertLogon Café, 3805 Calder Avenue, Beaumont TXPhone: 409 832-1529Web: www.logoncafe.net/index.phpAdmission: $5 DoorLake Charles' Breanna Fye is 15 years old and already is an accomplished musician. Breanna has performed in many shows in the Lake Area.

August 10, 2006Independence Day in EcuadorAnnual. Same date each year.

August 11, 20067:30 p.m.The Mildred Invitational-Party & ExhibitionContact: Greg RileyThe Mildred Building; 1415 Calder St.; Beaumont TXPhone: 281 593-2502 Web: www.garagedlx.comAdmission: Tickets are available for $75 per couple. Attire will be 1920’s garden party casual. All are invited to a party and exhibition celebrating the legacy and culture of Beaumont Oil at The Mildred.Event features hors d'oeuvres; wine; a multi-media presentation and tours of the historic National Register-Mildred Property conducted by residents and friends.A private exhibition in The Mildred garage features a multi-million dollar exhibition of classic cars; petroliana; and selected works of art.

August 11, 2006Volleyball: First day for scrimmages; all conferences.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

August 12, 20065 p.m.Master’s Men Gospel Reunion ConcertSilsbee High School auditorium; 1575 U.S. 96 North; SilsbeePhone: 409 385-2819Admission: Tickets are $14 and $16 and are available at Baldwin Music and Swicegood Music in Beaumont; Christian Bookstores in Silsbee and Jasper; and at the First Baptist Church office; 350 U.S. 96 South in Silsbee.International Country Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame and Dove Award-winning bluegrass/gospel recording artists the Isaacs headline.Crossway and the Mark Trammell Trio will also perform.

August 12, 2006Bass-N-BucksContact: David & Tricia Concienne Umphrey Family Pavilion, located next to Sam Rayburn Lake in Twin Dikes Park off RR 255; west of Hwy 69 and north of JasperPhone: 409 727-8941, 409 727-8941 or 409 698-2790 (location)E-mail: (Web mail)Web: www.bassnbucks.com

August 17, 20067:30 p.m.Banu Gibson and The Hot New Orleans Jazz concertContact: Amy EhrmanLutcher Theatre, 707 W. Main Street, downtown Orange, TexasPhone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535E-mail: amy@lutcher.orgWeb: www.lutcher.orgAdmission: Free performance. Please bring Peanut Butter and canned food to help restock the shelves at Orange Christian Services and we'll have a "donation" jar out to give to the band after the show.The band will present a concert that includes Hoagy Carmichael hits; Johnny Mercer classics; and Broadway tunes. Banu and three of her band members lost their homes in Hurricane Katrina. This concert showcases and tests our new sound system.We need you here to party and give us your audio input.Free Cajun/New Orleans style appetizers for everyone. This show is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.

August 17, 2006Aug. 17 - 19 at 8:03 p.m.James McLure’s “Lone Star”The Art Studio; Inc. 720 Franklin St.; BeaumontPhone: 409 838-1725 or 409 291-1725Admission: Tickets $10.The play focuses on the vociferous but stunted lives of two backwater Texas good ol’ boys. Show is not suitable for children.The Take A Bow Theater Company presents

August 17, 2006Independence Day in IndonesiaAnnual. Same date each year.

August 18, 20065:30 p.m.LC-M Band Booster MeetingLC-M Battlin' Bear Band HallAdmission: Free. LC-M Band Booster spirit items will be on sale.All parents of band students and band supporters are invited to attend the 2006-2007 kick off booster meeting.The meeting begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 6:45 pm. Attendees are then invited to join the LC-M community pep rally at 7 p.m. in the stadium while the LC-M Battlin' Bear Band performs.

August 18, 2006Aug 18 - 20Benefit Trail Ride for Children with Muscle Diseases and DisordersContact: George Moye or Cecil JonesCounty Road 2300, Woodville TXPhone: 936 402-5453 or 409 994-5271E-mail: se_tx_trailriders@yahoo.comWeb: www.geocities.com/se_tx_trailriders (includes map)Admission: Ride is $10 per person, 10 and under free. BYOH (bring your own horse).Friday night campout is children's night with a clown, pony rides, hayride, sack races and more. Saturday we pull out at 9 a.m. for a trail circle ride, lunch and another circle ride. Catered meals available for supper and lunch on Fri and Sat.Tiny Richardson King of the Roadhouse Honky Tonk performs Saturday night. Possible moonlight ride Saturday night at 10 p.m. Short circle ride at 9 a.m. on Sunday. All proceeds benefit Children with Muscle Disease and Disorders. Southeast Texas Trail Riders sponsors. Annual. Held Fri - Sun of 3rd weekend in August*.

August 18, 2006Aug. 18, 19, and 20 at 6:30 p.m. on Fri., 8 a.m. on Sat. and 9:30 a.m. on Sun. "Church Ball With an Attitude" volleyball tournamentContact: Jerry Bru St. Jude Family Life Center; 6825 Gladys Beaumont; TX 77706 Phone: 409 860-1751 or 409 866-0229 ext. 228E-mail: jbru@gt.rr.comWeb: www.stjudebmt.orgAdmission: $85 per team. Team limit is 16.Tournament benefit Buckner Children and Family Services and consists of pool play plus a single elimination bracket. Awards given to the top three teams. Coed is welcome but not required. Call for more details.Sponsored by St Jude Catholic Church F.L.A.G. (Fun Loving Adult Group)Annual. Est. 2006.

August 18, 20067 p.m.LC-M community pep rallyLC-M Battlin' Bear Band StadiumAdmission: Free. LC-M Band Booster spirit items will be on sale.All parents of band students and band supporters are invited to attend the 2006-2007 kick off booster meeting at 6 p.m.The LC-M Battlin' Bear Band performs.

August 18, 2006Aug. 18 - 19; 25 - 26 at 7:30 p.m.; and Aug. 20 and 27 at 2:30 p.m."Same Time Next Year"Courtyard Café & Bakery; 4321 Lincoln Ave.; GrovesPhone: 409 727-7258Admission: Members $20; non-members $22. Reservations required.Dinner Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 p.m.; and 1:30 Sunday.An accidental meeting between two married strangers at a rural inn becomes an annual event; in this play presented by the Port Arthur Little Theatre in a dinner theater format.

August 18, 2006Aug. 18 - 20 Cajun French Music Association Music AwardsContact: Gene Breaux, national pres.Blackham Coliseum and the Heymann Auditorium, LafayettePhone: 409 736-3785, 409 736-3782 or 409 722-9996E-mail: gjbreauz@sbcglobal.netWeb: www.cajunfrenchmusic.org/chapters/goldentriangle.htmEvent is a music awards ceremony. Musicians are awarded for the song of the year, male vocalist and female vocalist of the year and best CD of the year. Additional awards are bestowed for contribution for service of the culture and music.The Cajun French Music Association of Louisiana, Inc. sponsors.Annual. 3rd weekend in August

August 19, 2006Aug. 19 at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Aug. 20 at 1 to 5 p.m. Port Neches Trade Days on the AvenuePort Neches Avenue at Dieu Street; Port NechesPhone: 409 722-4023Event features live music; outdoor vendors; food and horseback rides and photos for children.

August 19, 20069 a.m. to 5 p.m.Lamar University New Student Move InContact: Office of Alumni AffairsCardinal Village in Front of Phase I, Lamar University, BeaumontPhone: 409 880-8921 E-mail: Alumni@Lamar.eduWeb: lamar.eduAdmission: Free Drinks sponsored by Education First Federal Credit Union and Free Domino’s Pizza are provided for volunteers.The first 100 people to volunteer also receive a free LU Welcome Crew T-shirt sponsored by Domino's Pizza.Join us for “Move In 2006.” We welcome new students to Lamar and help them move into their dorm rooms.Volunteers are needed to sign up in 30 minute shifts.Annual.

August 19, 20067 p.m.The Charlie Pruitt Country Music ShowHoliday Inn Beaumont Plaza; 3950 Interstate 10 South at Walden RoadPhone: 409 727-2955Admission: Tickets $10; seniors 60 and older $8; children 6-18 $4; and free for children age 6 and younger.Show features the Country Pride Band and area country and western artists.Entertainers include Deanna Cooke; Kim Higgs; Paige Price; Elise Stover; Tommy Williams; Mike Blakeney; Jeremy Charles; John Mark Davis and Jerry Nichols.

August 22, 20067 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 22 or 29STYS new and returning student registrationContact: Southeast Texas Youth SymphonyBand hall; music building; Lamar University campus; BeaumontPhone: 409 866-0123Registration is for the 2006-2007 season Preparatory Orchestra and the Youth Symphony.Jacob Sustaita is the newly appointed conductor/music director for the Youth Symphony and Martha Giarratano; the Preparatory Orchestra Director.The new season includes four performances; the solo competition and several fund-raising activities.Students also attend concerts by the Symphony of Southeast Texas and take a field trip to see the Houston Symphony.

August 24, 20066:30 p.m. reception and 7 p.m. dinner"Spice of the Season" dinnerContact: Shirley Bartos, CoC senior vice presidentBeaumont Country Club, 5355 Pine St., Beaumont TX 77703Phone: 409 838-6581 or 409 898-7011 (location)E-mail: sbartos@bmtcoc.orgWeb: www.bmtcoc.orgAdmission: Prices from $2,500 tables to $75 per person. Reservation required.Join the themed, celebrity-waited event. Dress up in the current year's outfit.Leadership Beaumont is a program founded and initiated by the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce and the Junior League of Beaumont.Each year, about 35 men and women from a wide spectrum of community life are invited to participate in the 9-month program. Participants represent business, labor, government, minority groups, religious organizations, civic groups and a variety of professClassmates work in groups of five or more to study problems, challenges, or issues confronting the community. Each small group presents awareness programs and solutions to the entire class throughout the year. Often, the solutions become reality for the Annual. Held on the 3rd or 4th Thurs in August*.

August 26, 2006Aug. 26 at 9 a.m. and Aug. 27 at 10 a.m.Pine Country Gem & Mineral Society Rock ShowContact: John Nash or John SandersVFW Bldg., FM 2799; Jasper TXPhone: 409-384-3974 or 409-381-8018E-mail: nash@jas.net Web: www.jaspercoc.orgAdmission: Free admission and free parking. No Tailgating allowed on grounds.Event features fossils; minerals; gemstones and jewels from around the world as well as educational exhibits; demonstrations; supplies and equipment for the rock hobbyist and door prizes. Annual. Est. 1995

August 26, 20066 p.m.Diamond Draw-DownMary and John Gray Library; 855 Florida Ave.; Lamar University campusPhone: 409 832-6068Admission: Tickets; which includes a meal; wine; entertainment and a chance for door prizes; are $75 for the event. Draw-down tickets are $200 each and includes valet parking; and a chance for the diamond. Couples are $275 and include a draw-down tWinner takes home a 4.59 carat diamond. No more than 200 draw-down tickets will be sold. Proceeds benefit the programs and services of the center.Presented by the Southeast Texas Family Resource Center

August 26, 2006Aug. 26 - 27Natchitoches City Championship Golf Tournament Contact: Natchitoches Country Club; NatchitochesPhone: 318 352-5538E-mail:Web: www.sabineparish.comAdmission: Tournament is open to members and non-members.

August 27, 200610 a.m.Pine Country Gem & Mineral Society Rock ShowContact: John Nash or John SandersVFW Bldg., FM 2799; Jasper TXPhone: 409-384-3974 or 409-381-8018E-mail: nash@jas.net Web: www.jaspercoc.orgAdmission: Free admission and free parking. No Tailgating allowed on grounds.Event features fossils; minerals; gemstones and jewels from around the world as well as educational exhibits; demonstrations; supplies and equipment for the rock hobbyist and door prizes. Annual. Est. 1995

August 29, 20067 to 8 p.m.STYS new and returning student registrationContact: Southeast Texas Youth SymphonyBand hall; music building; Lamar University campus; BeaumontPhone: 409 866-0123Registration is for the 2006-2007 season Preparatory Orchestra and the Youth Symphony.Jacob Sustaita is the newly appointed conductor/music director for the Youth Symphony and Martha Giarratano; the Preparatory Orchestra Director.The new season includes four performances; the solo competition and several fund-raising activities.Students also attend concerts by the Symphony of Southeast Texas and take a field trip to see the Houston Symphony.

January 06, 2007Children’s Oil Painting ClassesTexas Artists Museum (TAMS), 3501 Cultural Center Drive, Port ArthurPhone: 409 983-4881E-mail: info@art-tams.comWeb: www.texasartistsmuseum.orgAdmission: Cost is $100 per month, supplies included. Advance registration required.Children learn how to make a color wheel using the primary colors, the importance of value, temperature and shape and how to begin and finish an oil painting using your own reference.Dot Chauvin is the instructor.

January 24, 20077:30 p.mOttmar Liebert and Luna Negra concertSt. Luke's Baptist ChurchPhone: 936 544-4276.Admission: Eclectic/classical series general admission for three concerts is $50; with a purchase of signature series tickets or $60 for the eclectic/classical tickets only.Renewal deadline for season tickets is 8/4. New season tickets go on sale 8/16; single tickets will be available starting 8/28.Piney Woods Fine Arts Association presents.

January 28, 20077 p.m.B.B. King concertContact: Amy EhrmanLutcher Theater, 707 W. Main Street, downtown Orange, TexasPhone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535E-mail: amy@lutcher.orgWeb: www.lutcher.orgAdmission: Season ticket packages range from $555 to $56 per seat. Single tickets - if any are available - go on sale beginning Sept. 1.Shows and dates are subject to change.

February 02, 20077:30 p.m."Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"Contact: Amy EhrmanLutcher Theater, 707 W. Main Street, downtown Orange, TexasPhone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535E-mail: amy@lutcher.orgWeb: www.lutcher.orgAdmission: Season ticket packages range from $555 to $56 per seat. Single tickets - if any are available - go on sale beginning Sept. 1.Shows and dates are subject to change.

February 02, 2007The Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)Annual. Same date each year.

February 03, 2007Academics: Last day for invitational meets using Set A materials.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

February 08, 20077:30 p.mGeorge Winston concertFirst Untied Methodist Church.Phone: 936 544-4276.Admission: Eclectic/classical series general admission for three concerts is $50; with a purchase of signature series tickets or $60 for the eclectic/classical tickets only.Renewal deadline for season tickets is 8/4. New season tickets go on sale 8/16; single tickets will be available starting 8/28.Piney Woods Fine Arts Association presents.

February 09, 2007Academics: First day for invitational meets using Set B materials.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

February 15, 2007Feb. 15 - 18; 2007Mardi Gras of Southeast TexasContact: Mardi Gras of Southeast TexasDowntown Port Arthur Phone: 409 721-8717E-mail: mardigras@portarthur.comWeb: mardigras.portarthur.com Admission: Admission to the Mardi Gras entertainment area is $10 per adult, children 11 and younter free. Free to attend along the parade routes outside the entertainment area.Port Arthur Mardi Gras is a family friendly event. It features major parades, a carnival, children's activities, concerts and more than 150 vendors.Annual. Est. 1992

February 16, 20077 p.m.Mardi Gras of SETX Krewe of Krewes ParadeContact: Mardi Gras of Southeast TexasRosehill down Procter St., Port ArthurPhone:E-mail: mardigras@portarthur.comWeb: mardigras.portarthur.com Admission: Admission to the Mardi Gras entertainment area is $10 per adult, children 11 and younter free. Free to attend along the parade routes outside the entertainment area.Annual. Est. 1992

February 18, 20076:30 p.m.Wayne Toups and Zydecajun concertContact: Mardi Gras of Southeast TexasMardi Gras SETX entertainment area on Proctor Street, Port ArthurPhone:E-mail: mardigras@portarthur.comWeb: mardigras.portarthur.com and www.waynetoups.comAdmission: Admission to the Mardi Gras entertainment area is $10 per adult, children 11 and younter free. Free to attend along the parade routes outside the entertainment area.Annual. Est. 1992

February 18, 20078 p.m.Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas fireworks showContact: Mardi Gras of Southeast TexasMardi Gras SETX entertainment area on Proctor Street, Port ArthurPhone: 409 721-8717E-mail: mardigras@portarthur.comWeb: mardigras.portarthur.com Admission: Admission to the Mardi Gras entertainment area is $10 per adult, children 11 and younter free. Free to attend along the parade routes outside the entertainment area.Port Arthur Mardi Gras is a family friendly event. It features major parades, a carnival, children's activities, concerts and more than 150 vendors.Annual. Est. 1992

February 22, 20077:30 p.mLost in Yonkers" performanceCrockett Civic Center; Crockett.Phone: 936 544-4276.Admission: Signature series tickets are $110; $120 and $130. Unlimited tickets may be ordered with season ticket purchase or designated contribution.Renewal deadline for season tickets is 8/4. New season tickets go on sale 8/16; single tickets will be available starting 8/28.Piney Woods Fine Arts Association presents.

March 10, 20077:30 p.mSouthern Fried Chicks comedy tour featuring Etta MayCrockett Civic Center; Crockett.Phone: 936 544-4276.Admission: Signature series tickets are $110; $120 and $130. Unlimited tickets may be ordered with season ticket purchase or designated contribution.Renewal deadline for season tickets is 8/4. New season tickets go on sale 8/16; single tickets will be available starting 8/28.Piney Woods Fine Arts Association presents.

March 10, 2007Academics: Last day for invitational meets using Set B materials.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

March 19, 20073/19-24/07 Academics and One-Act Play: First week for academic district and one-act play zone and district meets. (High school music contests shall not be scheduled in conflict with academic district meets.)Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

March 19, 2007Solemnity of Joseph, Husband of MaryAnnual. Same date each year.

March 22, 20077:30 p.m.Lamarissimo! - Wind Ensemble and Concert BandContact*: Randall Wheatley, asst. professorJefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin St., in downtown BeaumontPhone: 409 880-8144E-mail*: wheatleyrl@hal.lamar.eduWeb: dept.lamar.edu/cofac/mtd/index.htmAdmission: Season tickets are $35 for adults, $18 for students.Season tickets and gift certificates for the 2006-2007 concert series are on sale in Lamar University’s Department of Music, Theatre and Dance in the Lamar Music Building.This is the off-campus showcase for Lamar student and faculty talent.Annual series. Est. 1990

March 26, 20073/26-31/07 Academics and One-Act Play: Last week for academic district and one-act play zone and district meets. (High school music contests shall not be scheduled in conflict with academic district meets.)Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

March 31, 20077:30 p.mNeal McCoy concertCrockett Civic Center; Crockett.Phone: 936 544-4276.Admission: Signature series tickets are $110; $120 and $130. Unlimited tickets may be ordered with season ticket purchase or designated contribution.Renewal deadline for season tickets is 8/4. New season tickets go on sale 8/16; single tickets will be available starting 8/28.Piney Woods Fine Arts Association presents.

April 01, 2007EJH Academics: Last day for invitational meets. First day to return invitational materials to contestants.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

April 15, 20073 p.m."Pirates of Penzance"Contact: Amy EhrmanLutcher Theater, 707 W. Main Street, downtown Orange, TexasPhone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535E-mail: amy@lutcher.orgWeb: www.lutcher.orgAdmission: Season ticket packages range from $555 to $56 per seat. Single tickets - if any are available - go on sale beginning Sept. 1.Shows and dates are subject to change.

May 01, 2007Ozen Spring Dance ConcertClifton J. Ozen High School, BeaumontPhone: 409 981-7531E-mail: eleblan@beaumont.k12.tx.usThe Clifton J. Ozen High School Department of Dance and the Ozen Dance Company celebrates its 10th anniversary.Dance alumni are invited to perform. Alumni will have until Dec. 15 to sign up.Send mailing address, phone number and e-mail address

May 15, 2007EJH Academics: Last day to hold spring district meets. First day to return materials to contestants.Contact: Bonnie Northcutt, University Interscholastic League (UIL)location TBD locallyPhone: 512 471-5883E-mail: uiladmin@uts.cc.utexas.eduWeb: www.uil.utexas.edu

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